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Thousands Raised For 'Sweet, Gentle' Hospital Workers From Westchester Injured On Vacation

Thousands Raised For 'Sweet, Gentle' Hospital Workers From Westchester Injured On Vacation

Thousands Raised For 'Sweet, Gentle' Hospital Workers From Westchester Injured On Vacation Hundreds of people have come together to help out two beloved hospital workers from Westchester who became stuck in Costa Rica after their vacation went horribly wrong. Westchester residents Fenton Soliz and his girlfriend, Gabby Sandaire, were horribly injured on Saturday, March 25 during their vacation in Costa Rica when the brakes on their rental car failed while they were on their way to the airport to fly home. To avoid a head-on collision, they swerved and their vehicle went off a cliff, resulting in the couple both suffering severe injuries that involved br…

04/14/2023

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Ready To Shovel Snow? A Few 'Angels' Are Needed In This Westchester Town

Ready To Shovel Snow? A Few 'Angels' Are Needed In This Westchester Town

Ready To Shovel Snow? A Few 'Angels' Are Needed In This Westchester Town With such a mild winter, not many volunteers have been needed to shovel snow for those who can't. That all changed on Tuesday, Feb. 28 with snow coming down in droves in some areas of Westchester, including Greenburgh. Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said the "Snow Angel" program has put out the call for high school-aged teens to assist those who may need volunteer hours and are interested in shoveling out seniors in need. "It’s been such a mild winter, we haven’t needed any Snow Angels yet this season," said Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner. The snow angels program is …

by Kathy Reakes

02/28/2023

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Peekskill Firefighter Serving In Navy Hospitalized After Boating Accident

Peekskill Firefighter Serving In Navy Hospitalized After Boating Accident

Peekskill Firefighter Serving In Navy Hospitalized After Boating Accident A firefighter from Northern Westchester who is currently serving in the US Navy was seriously injured after a boating accident while on patrol. Rico Suarez, a member of the Peekskill Volunteer Fire Department, was injured in the accident while on patrol in the state of Washington, according to an announcement by the department from Sunday, Jan. 22. He is now in the hospital healing from a broken arm and internal bleeding. He is likely to be released after a week, and will then begin rehabilitation, he told the department. "Get better soon Rico and thank you for your …

01/26/2023

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Northwell’s Pediatric Practices Care For Patients And Families

Northwell’s Pediatric Practices Care For Patients And Families

Northwell’s Pediatric Practices Care For Patients And Families Having a child is the most wondrous, joyful, and scary experience imaginable. Why scary? Because suddenly so many things unworthy of a second thought before children seem fear-inducing to a new parent. That’s where a trusted pediatrician can help — allaying worries and concerns. Cohen Children’s Northwell Health General Pediatrics, formally Westchester Health Pediatrics, is here for you and your child during all stages of your child’s life — from infancy and its rounds of well-baby visits and vaccinations to young adulthood. At multiple locations across Westchester County, our doctors provid…

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'You're On Live Television': Today Show Surprises NY Man On National Good Neighbor Day

'You're On Live Television': Today Show Surprises NY Man On National Good Neighbor Day

'You're On Live Television': Today Show Surprises NY Man On National Good Neighbor Day An upstate New York man got the surprise of a lifetime when he answered a knock at the door and found himself on live, national television. Rensselaer County resident Ernie Mann, age 75, opened the door to his City of Rensselaer home Wednesday morning, Sept. 28, and was shocked to find a camera crew from the Today show accompanied by two dozen cheering neighbors. Moments before the big surprise, Today correspondent Donna Farizan explained to viewers that Mann’s longtime friend, Amy Mooney, had nominated him for National Good Neighbor Day. Farizan then proceeded to knock on Mann’s front do…

by Michael Mashburn

09/30/2022

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2022 Northern Westchester Hospital Golf Classic Raises Money For Nonprofit Hospital

2022 Northern Westchester Hospital Golf Classic Raises Money For Nonprofit Hospital

2022 Northern Westchester Hospital Golf Classic Raises Money For Nonprofit Hospital The 2022 Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH) Golf Classic fundraiser took place on Tuesday, July 12 at Hudson National Golf Club in Croton-on-the-Hudson, NY. The annual event was sold-out and raised $210,000 to support the non-profit hospital’s mission to offer patient-centered care, through a unique combination of medical expertise, leading-edge technology, and a commitment to humanity that’s close to home. “Philanthropy and events like this golf classic fundraiser fuels Northern Westchester Hospital’s ability to elevate the scope and quality of superior health care. We are grateful to eve…

by Daily Voice

07/15/2022

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K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families Raising Teens recently became even more challenging, and K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent, the Knowledge Network of Westchester, is here to help. K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent is a collaboration of Westchester County organizations working together to empower parents with the essential tools to raise resilient and confident children, help strengthen relationships, and reduce risky behaviors. With the inability to host live speaker presentations in our individual schools and communities, the group was formed to offer FREE monthly virtual presentations by nationally-recognized experts. Speakers will focus on …

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K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families Raising Teens recently became even more challenging, and K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent, the Knowledge Network of Westchester, is here to help. K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent is a collaboration of Westchester County organizations working together to empower parents with the essential tools to raise resilient and confident children, help strengthen relationships, and reduce risky behaviors. With the inability to host live speaker presentations in our individual schools and communities, the group was formed to offer FREE monthly virtual presentations by nationally-recognized experts. Speakers will focus on …

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Daily Voice Founder Shares "A Lifetime of Work" in His New Book

Daily Voice Founder Shares "A Lifetime of Work" in His New Book

Daily Voice Founder Shares "A Lifetime of Work" in His New Book Ten years after founding Daily Voice, Carll Tucker is bringing out a new book called Collected Words. We sat down to talk to him about his book, Daily Voice, and what he’s been doing since his retirement in 2019. DV: So what is Collected Words? Tucker: Collected Words is five books I’ve written during the last thirty years. The first, Good Morning, was mined from the daily email missives I’ve been sending to my friends every day for eight years. Our Rift is a book of poems. Paddle’s Last Gift is a memoir of our beloved family dog. Dear David is a letter I wrote to my youngest son on his bar…

by Daily Voice

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K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families

K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent Offers Free Virtual Presentations To Help Westchester Families Raising Teens recently became even more challenging, and K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent, the Knowledge Network of Westchester, is here to help. K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent is a collaboration of Westchester County organizations working together to empower parents with the essential tools to raise resilient and confident children, help strengthen relationships, and reduce risky behaviors. With the inability to host live speaker presentations in our individual schools and communities, the group was formed to offer FREE monthly virtual presentations by nationally-recognized experts. Speakers will focus on …

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Fundraiser Arranged For Innocent 11th-Grader Who Was Shot, Killed In Westchester

Fundraiser Arranged For Innocent 11th-Grader Who Was Shot, Killed In Westchester

Fundraiser Arranged For Innocent 11th-Grader Who Was Shot, Killed In Westchester Friends, family and well-wishers are rallying around the family of an innocent 11th-grade student in Westchester who was the bystander shot and killed near a busy intersection. Marilyn Cotto Montanez, an 11th-grader at Lincoln High School in Yonkers, was found by officers bleeding on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to her head shortly 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 25. Yonkers Police Det. Sgt. Dean Politopoulos said that the initial investigation determined that several people who were familiar with each other were involved in an altercation before the gun went off. One group wound…

04/27/2019

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Need A New Best Friend? Westchester SPCA Highlights Pets Of Week

Need A New Best Friend? Westchester SPCA Highlights Pets Of Week

Need A New Best Friend? Westchester SPCA Highlights Pets Of Week The SPCA of Westchester is hoping to unite a local resident with a new furry best friend as they highlight their "pets of the week." SPCA officials have chosen some of their finest pets, who are available for adoption and looking for a good home and new family to love. Among the animals spotlighted this week by the SPCA - in their words - include: Dogs It’s the Pokey little puppy! Or a little puppy named Pokey! This super cute boy is approximately 6-months-old and he’s a total love. An easygoing, gentle soul of a guy, he gets along with most other dogs and would make a fun friend for kids…

04/25/2019

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Community Rallies Around Family Of Westchester Man Found Dead In Caribbean

Community Rallies Around Family Of Westchester Man Found Dead In Caribbean

Community Rallies Around Family Of Westchester Man Found Dead In Caribbean The local community is rallying around the family of Mount Vernon resident Orlando Moore, who died on his way to his flight home following a vacation in the Dominican Republic. Orlando Moore, 43, and his girlfriend, Portia Ravenelle, 52, had been scheduled to return to their Westchester home on March 27, following a four-day trip in the town of Samana. However, the couple never made it to the airport after checking out of a Dominican Republic hotel, prompting concern from friends and family and an investigation by Dominican authorities. The two left Newark Liberty International Airport…

04/11/2019

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Westchester High School Students Prove To Be 'Good Cookies' For Charity

Westchester High School Students Prove To Be 'Good Cookies' For Charity

Westchester High School Students Prove To Be 'Good Cookies' For Charity A pair of New Rochelle High School students have found a way to marry cookies and lacrosse to benefit the national fight against pediatric cancer. After hosting their fourth annual “Be a Good Cookie Lacrosse Tournament,” on March 31, high school sophomores Evan Phillips and Sam Rosenberg presented the Cookies for Kids' Cancer Center with more than $50,000, the total from their first four tournaments. The tournament was initially founded as a bar mitzvah project three years ago, but has since grown to a massive annual event that has the teens eyeing larger goals. Witt and her husband starte…

04/04/2019

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Westchester Municipality Makes Elite Eight In 'Strongest Towns In America'

Westchester Municipality Makes Elite Eight In 'Strongest Towns In America'

Westchester Municipality Makes Elite Eight In 'Strongest Towns In America' Iona College may have fallen to the University of North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament opening road, but New Rochelle has made it into the Elite Eight round of a competition naming the “Strongest Town in America.” After taking down Sheboygan, Wisconsin to earn their spot in the second round, New Rochelle is now matched up against Portsmouth, N.H. for a seat in the Final Four of the competition, which is being hosted by the national nonprofit Strong Towns. According to officials, the “Strongest Town contest is a month-long, bracket-based competition designed to spotlight communities from ar…

03/27/2019

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Westchester Municipality Makes Sweet Sixteen In 'Strongest Towns In America'

Westchester Municipality Makes Sweet Sixteen In 'Strongest Towns In America'

Westchester Municipality Makes Sweet Sixteen In 'Strongest Towns In America' While all eyes are on NCAA Tournament brackets, a Westchester municipality has made it to the Sweet Sixteen round of a competition naming the “Strongest Town in America.” New Rochelle was named one of the finalists for the “Strongest Town in America” competition, which is being hosted by the national nonprofit Strong Towns. According to officials, the “Strongest Town contest is a month-long, bracket-based competition designed to spotlight communities from around the world that are building enduring financial resilience at the local level and actively embodying the Strong Towns approach to e…

03/21/2019

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Here's How You Can Help To Avoid Conflicts With Coyotes

Here's How You Can Help To Avoid Conflicts With Coyotes

Here's How You Can Help To Avoid Conflicts With Coyotes With winter slowly transforming to spring and temperatures warming up, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has released its annual guide on how to avoid conflicts with coyotes. DEC officials released the guide on Monday as warmer weather will soon bring coyotes out from the wild to set up dens for pups that will arrive during the spring. "This time of year, DEC sees an uptick in questions from New Yorkers regarding coyotes and their behavior," DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said in the statement. "While coyotes are an integral and beneficial part of our natural ecosys…

03/17/2019

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Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester

Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester

Heartbroken Owner Reunited With Stolen Dog In Westchester A homeless man in Westchester County attempted to sell a stolen dog near Mount Vernon that has since been returned to its owner. On Valentine’s Day, Steven Carino, of Bedford, reported that his dog was stolen from his car while it was parked in a Scarsdale shopping center. The missing dog led to a massive search in Westchester and a posted $5,000 reward. “Oliver, my beloved dog was stolen out of my car on Valentine’s Day at 1119 Central Park (Ave.),” he wrote on a flier as he attempted to track down his canine. “I ran into the cigar store to buy a few cigars. If you took him, or you know an…

02/23/2019

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Paw-some: Dog On The Loose Sniffs Out Westchester Gas Leak

Paw-some: Dog On The Loose Sniffs Out Westchester Gas Leak

Paw-some: Dog On The Loose Sniffs Out Westchester Gas Leak A dog on the loose in Westchester showed why the animal is “man’s best friend.” The Tuckahoe Police Department received a call at approximately 3:45 on Wednesday, Feb. 6, of a loose, barking dog on Fairview Avenue. Officers responded to the scene and were able to return the dog, Sadie, to her home, when they noticed a rear sliding glass door was open and the fence was broken. Police said that initially, it appeared Sadie was simply being fussy; however, as officers were walking along the perimeter of the house, they smelled gas coming from an open basement window. Crews from the Eastcheste…

02/07/2019

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Seven Westchester County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops

Seven Westchester County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops

Seven Westchester County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers busted nearly two dozen local motorists who were allegedly driving while impaired in the area over the past week. The local residents charged were: Dutchess County On Friday, Jan. 11, State Police troopers from Rhinebeck arrested Gerard V. Ollis, 43, of Poughkeepsie, for DWAI Drugs. He was traveling on Route 9 in Rhinebeck, when he was struck a mailbox and then left the scene. Ollis was stopped on Mills Cross Road in Hyde Park, the investigation revealed that he was impaired by drugs, and he was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Jan. 12…

01/20/2019

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New York Woman Celebrates Second Chance At Life

New York Woman Celebrates Second Chance At Life

New York Woman Celebrates Second Chance At Life When Orange County physical therapist’s assistant and mother Ellen Dunn first started feeling run down and short of breath, she assumed it meant that she was out of shape. She soon began working out but noticed that things didn’t get any better. That’s when her doctor diagnosed her with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, an incurable lung disease that results in scarring of the lungs and makes it hard to take in enough oxygen. “I knew my only option was a lung transplant, but I was in denial,” said Dunn. “It was a lot to take in and very scary – not just for me, but also for my husband and …

by LiveOnNY

11/14/2018

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Westchester Resident Received Life-Saving Liver Transplant After 14 Year Wait

Westchester Resident Received Life-Saving Liver Transplant After 14 Year Wait

Westchester Resident Received Life-Saving Liver Transplant After 14 Year Wait At age 32 Westchester resident Janet Ocasio was a mother to three children and a successful hospital executive who started feeling run down. Her doctor told it was likely just stress and sent her home. But things didn’t improve and soon Janet was unable to walk a block or play with her children without getting winded and needing a break. She returned to the doctor where she learned the devastating news that her liver was failing. She was told she only had 4-6 years to live. “I was terrified to leave my children,” she said. “So I began doing research and went to see another doctor who sent m…

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VIDEO: Westchester Teen Spreads 'Love, Smiles' With Random Acts Of Kindness

VIDEO: Westchester Teen Spreads 'Love, Smiles' With Random Acts Of Kindness

Video: Westchester Teen Spreads 'Love, Smiles' With Random Acts Of Kindness A Westchester teenager’s video showcasing random acts of kindness in Dutchess County has gone viral, with thousands of viewers watching her “spread love, smiles, laughs and kindness.” Eastchester resident Gabriella Ricciardi, 19, a student at Marist College, produced a video showcasing her and her friends handing out dollar bills to unsuspecting strangers around Poughkeepsie in acts of random kindness. The entire video was shot on Ricciardi’s iPhone, with a total budget of just $23. The video was shot and edited together in less than 24 hours, she said. Since it was posted earlier this mon…

03/24/2018

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Real Life Hero Cop Meets TV Hero Cop In Westchester

Real Life Hero Cop Meets TV Hero Cop In Westchester

Real Life Hero Cop Meets TV Hero Cop In Westchester Fantasy met reality in Westchester last week as a real-life hero cop met a prominent actress who stars as one on television. Yonkers Police Officer Kayla Maher, who was shot in the jaw as she approached two suspected criminal in a car last year, met Mariska Hargitay this week, who is filming scenes for the TV show "Law & Order SVU" in the city. Hargitay is best known for her starring role as Olivia Benson on "Law & Order." She has also become an outspoken advocate against gun violence, equality and women’s rights. Shortly after 8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 25, office…

03/19/2018

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Westchester Mayor 'Rallies For Reform' With Students To End Gun Violence

Westchester Mayor 'Rallies For Reform' With Students To End Gun Violence

Westchester Mayor 'Rallies For Reform' With Students To End Gun Violence Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas hosted a "Rally for Reform" event at City Hall over the weekend in an effort to urge national lawmakers to address gun violence "in a serious and effective way." The “Rally for Reform, March for Our Lives” event was held on Saturday at City Hall, where Thomas rallied with local students in advance of a bus trip to an anti-violence rally in Washington, D.C. later this month. At the rally, Thomas said that "young people from Mount Vernon were present, holding signs like #NeverAgain and #AmINext to show their frustration with governme…

03/06/2018

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Community Rallies Around 9-Month-Old Daughter Of Westchester Native, 47

Community Rallies Around 9-Month-Old Daughter Of Westchester Native, 47

Community Rallies Around 9-Month-Old Daughter Of Westchester Native, 47 A GoFundMe fundraising campaign has been created for the daughter of a Fairfield County businessman who hails from the Hudson Valley who suddenly passed away last week. Edward “Ted” K. Dell’Abate, a native of Pound Ridge and founder of Phaedrus Technologies in Manhattan, died on Feb. 12 after a brief battle with cancer. He most recently worked at Bridgewater Associates in Westport, Conn. In response to his death, the fundraising campaign was started for his infant daughter, Matilda, who is 9-months old. In one weekend, more than $3,000 was raised. “Ted was overcome after a very brief battl…

02/23/2018

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9/11 1st Responder Turns Passion For Helping Into New Weight Loss Business

9/11 1st Responder Turns Passion For Helping Into New Weight Loss Business

9/11 1st Responder Turns Passion For Helping Into New Weight Loss Business Mary Brauner of Scarsdale remembers vividly the hours following the terrorist attacks on 9/11 when she and her partner were called to the burning ruins of the World Trade Center. Brauner, a Scarsdale resident, was a paramedic for the now-closed St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Manhattan. The ambulance she was in was the second medical emergency vehicle to arrive on the scene. She would remain there for two days. Brauner’s exposure to the fumes had a lasting effect on the Cuban native, who was diagnosed with occupational COPD or -- chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder -- shortly after 9/11.…

02/22/2018

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Westchester Residents Named Volunteer Spirit Award Winners

Westchester Residents Named Volunteer Spirit Award Winners

Westchester Residents Named Volunteer Spirit Award Winners Six Westchester residents have been selected to be honored as extraordinary volunteers by Volunteer New York! during National Volunteer Week and the 38th annual Volunteer Spirit Awards Gala. Hosted by Regeneron, the gala is set or Friday, April 20, at the Westchester Marriot in Tarrytown, the event will pay homage to all of the people who selflessly give their time and money to help others in need. “There will be six awards given to the outstanding honorees from throughout Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam, chosen from a stellar group of nominees submitted by local nonprofits,” said Volunt…

by Kathy Reakes

02/20/2018

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Westchester Theater To Host Special Screening Of Black Panther For Kids

Westchester Theater To Host Special Screening Of Black Panther For Kids

Westchester Theater To Host Special Screening Of Black Panther For Kids Some children in New Rochelle will receive a special treat this week, as the local Boys and Girls Club teams with IMAX to offer a special screening of Black Panther at Regal New Roc Stadium. As part of the viral #BlackPantherChallenge campaign, IMAX, Regal Entertainment Group, Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios, are teaming up to host an advance IMAX screening of Black Panther for the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle on February 15, 2018, a day before the eagerly anticipated film opens to the masses. According to officials, “after raising over $40,000 on GoFundMe to take members o…

02/13/2018

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Weight Loss Success Story: How A Westchester Teen Lost 100 Pounds

Weight Loss Success Story: How A Westchester Teen Lost 100 Pounds

Weight Loss Success Story: How A Westchester Teen Lost 100 Pounds He was 10-years-old when, one day, his father “just didn’t wake up." Soon after, Yonkers native John Pike sunk into a deep depression. His father, also named John Pike, was an active Yonkers resident that taught in public and parochial schools, was a lector at St. Anthony’s Church, and was a much-loved stay-at-home dad. The junior Pike moved to Irvington in 2008 following his father's death, but it only deepened his depression. He had to adjust to a new school where friends were few. To deal with his new reality, he slept all day and turned to food. At 16, he weighed 260 pounds. Pik…

by James Miranda

02/11/2018

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YouTuber Logan Paul Features Westchester Survivor In Comeback Suicide Video

YouTuber Logan Paul Features Westchester Survivor In Comeback Suicide Video

YouTuber Logan Paul Features Westchester Survivor In Comeback Suicide Video YouTuber Logan Paul received backlash after filming the corpse of a suicide victim hanging in a Japanese forest last month. After a weeks-long hiatus, he came back to social media with a nine-minute suicide awareness video highlighting the 2013 story of Ally Del Monte of White Plains, a suicide survivor (see video above). Del Monte's USA Today story flashed across the screen for more than 5 million eyeballs to see as Paul spoke with another survivor (4:31 in the video), who said he felt instant regret after jumping from the Golden Gate Bridge 17 years ago. Paul plans to donate $1 million t…

by Cecilia Levine

02/09/2018